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Published 1/6/2009 by shannanb at CNN Political Ticker
CNN: Bill Richardson bows out of commerce secretary job
New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson is withdrawing his nomination to be commerce secretary, citing the distraction of a federal investigation into ties to a company that has done business with his state.
CNN: Obama to name Panetta to lead CIA, Blair as intelligence chief
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In Santa Fe, Staying Can Also Be Such Sweet Sorrow
nytimes.com 1/5/2009 — Bill Richardson’s withdrawal as Barack Obama’s choice for commerce secretary means New Mexicans have their governor back, like it or not. >
nytimes.com 1/5/2009 — Bill Richardson’s withdrawal as Barack Obama’s choice for commerce secretary means New Mexicans have their governor back, like it or not. >
An Interview With Tim Roemer: The Case For Panetta
marcambinder.theatlantic.com 1/6/2009 — For perspective on the designation of former White House chief of staff Leon Panetta to be the director of Central Intelligence Agency, I talked to former Rep. Tim Roemer, a former 9/11 commissioner and president of the Center for National Policy . ...
marcambinder.theatlantic.com 1/6/2009 — For perspective on the designation of former White House chief of staff Leon Panetta to be the director of Central Intelligence Agency, I talked to former Rep. Tim Roemer, a former 9/11 commissioner and president of the Center for National Policy . ...
Beyond Bill Richardson
spectator.org 1/6/2009 — The Obama transition team was aware of New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson 's relationship with the firm currently being investigated, CDR Financial Products, because Richardson had introduced the firm's founder, David Rubin , to Obama fundraisers ...
spectator.org 1/6/2009 — The Obama transition team was aware of New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson 's relationship with the firm currently being investigated, CDR Financial Products, because Richardson had introduced the firm's founder, David Rubin , to Obama fundraisers ...
Ben Smith's Blog: Neocons for Panetta
politico.com 1/6/2009 — January 06, 2009 Categories: Transition Neocons for Panetta Leon Panetta, I report today, has found some unlikely -- and perhaps unwelcome -- allies among the neoconservatives who backed the Iraq war, and clashed bitterly with the CIA in the Bush ...
politico.com 1/6/2009 — January 06, 2009 Categories: Transition Neocons for Panetta Leon Panetta, I report today, has found some unlikely -- and perhaps unwelcome -- allies among the neoconservatives who backed the Iraq war, and clashed bitterly with the CIA in the Bush ...
Leon Panetta at the C.I.A.: Think Tank: Online Only: The New Yorker
newyorker.com 1/6/2009 — That would appear to be the sound of gears grinding on the smooth-gliding Obamamobile. Two process errors on the same day! The first one—failing to vet Bill Richardson properly—is forgivable. Nobody vets Richardson. Perhaps I should mention that when ...
newyorker.com 1/6/2009 — That would appear to be the sound of gears grinding on the smooth-gliding Obamamobile. Two process errors on the same day! The first one—failing to vet Bill Richardson properly—is forgivable. Nobody vets Richardson. Perhaps I should mention that when ...
Bill Richardson withdraws as Commerce pick — L.A. Times - Politics 1/5/2009
The New Mexico governor cites an ongoing investigation. It's a blow for Obama's Cabinet. The president-elect accepts the withdrawal with 'deep regret.' > ...
The New Mexico governor cites an ongoing investigation. It's a blow for Obama's Cabinet. The president-elect accepts the withdrawal with 'deep regret.' > ...
Richardson's Public Life Imperfect but Resilient — TIME.com Top Politics Stories 1/5/2009
A federal grand jury investigation into what could be a serious flaw, however, has led New Mexico's governor to a tough decision to leave the national political stage
A federal grand jury investigation into what could be a serious flaw, however, has led New Mexico's governor to a tough decision to leave the national political stage
CDR, at root of Richardson probe, is no stranger to suits — L.A. Times - Politics 1/6/2009
The Beverly Hills financial advisory firm is facing several claims of receiving kickbacks. > The Beverly Hills financial advisory firm at the center of the ...
The Beverly Hills financial advisory firm is facing several claims of receiving kickbacks. > The Beverly Hills financial advisory firm at the center of the ...
Richardson withdrawal disappoints Latinos — CNN.com - Politics 1/6/2009
Bill Richardson's withdrawal from his commerce secretary nomination Sunday didn't just leave a major gap in the new administration, but it also sorely disappointed Latinos who view the New Mexico governor as their most prominent representative. ...
Bill Richardson's withdrawal from his commerce secretary nomination Sunday didn't just leave a major gap in the new administration, but it also sorely disappointed Latinos who view the New Mexico governor as their most prominent representative. ...
Richardson's Stumble Erodes Clout at Home — WSJ.com: Politics And Policy 1/8/2009
Bill Richardson's withdrawal as commerce secretary nominee could embolden opponents intent on reining in New Mexico's spending.
Bill Richardson's withdrawal as commerce secretary nominee could embolden opponents intent on reining in New Mexico's spending.
